Chocolate Bites
NEWS: This superfood is now available in the SANEStore as a convenient whole-food powder so you can more easily enjoy it in smoothies and recipes.
Our Certified Organic Raw Cacao Nibs are the original chocolate chip. While removing the shell of a cacao bean, the bean can break into small pieces called nibs. With all the nutritional benefits of whole cacao beans, our Cacao Nibs are the perfect addition to dessert recipes, smoothies, ice creams or any chocolate creation. We know you’ll go to pieces when you try them!
Cacao, ‘the food of the gods’ has been used for centuries to boost energy and enhance mood. With over 300 identifiable chemical compounds, cacao remains one of the most complex and pleasurable foods on the planet. In its raw form, cacao contains anandamide (a euphoric substance), arginine (a natural aphrodisiac and vasodilator), phenethylamine (a neurotransmitter that can combat depression and E. coli) and tryptophan (a natural anti-depressant). By raising the neurotransmitters in our brain, cacao promotes an overall feeling of well being. In essence, raw chocolate makes you happy!
What’s the Difference between Cacao and Cocoa? The official name of the chocolate tree is Theobroma Cacao. Some experts believe that over time the word “cacao” became Anglicized, and most likely through common error people started calling it “cocoa”. Now, with the rebirth of old-style, artisanal chocolate there is a movement to reclaim the beans rightful name: cacao (pronounced Ka-Kow). Today, the two words are often used inter-changeably.
Our Cacao Beans are cultivated using only the best in sustainable organic farming practices on small, family owned farms as opposed to large hybrid cacao farms. It is our goal to provide Cacao nibs which are superior in flavor, aroma and health benefits. Our organic cacao nibs are guaranteed to be free of heavy metals, chemicals, herbicides and pesticides and are never machine processed, heated or roasted. No sugar, dairy or anything else; just 100% heirloom organic cacao.
Raw Organic Cacao nibs are high in the mineral magnesium, essential for helping the heart to pump blood efficiently, building strong bones and maintaining proper blood pressure. Cacao nibs also contain one of the highest levels of antioxidants on the planet, exceeding that of red wine, green tea and many other exotic fruits and vegetables. Recent scientific studies have shown that cacao boosts blood flow to the heart, brain and other organs and while having protective effects and supporting a healthy heart. It has also been shown to be helpful in lowering blood glucose levels. Research from Germany also suggests that the flavanols in cacao may help maintain youthful, beautiful skin. Plus cacao is a good source of sulfur which promotes healthy skin, nails and hair.
Our Cacao nibs are a truly healthy chocolate. Enjoy them on their own as a crunchy, flavorful snack. Add them to ice cream or fruit smoothies. Mix them with nuts, bananas and dates to create your own trail mix. Or try sweetening them with our organic agave nectar for a sweet, healthy treat. Turn your cravings for chocolate into super nutrition by reconnecting with the power of real chocolate. Try our Raw Organic Cacao Nibs today!
Cacao and dark chocolate has been shown to have excellent antioxidant levels exceeding red wine, green tea, and other exotic fruits and vegetables. ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) values of dark chocolate (13,120 per 100 grams) exceed those of prunes (5,700), blueberries (2,400), strawberries (1,540) and spinach (1,260). But adding milk to chocolate does not help, in fact, it seems to block the activity of the phytochemicals responsible for the powerful antioxidant capacity of cacao.
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Want to Try Adding a Convenient and Pure Powdered Form of This Whole Food to Your Smoothies and Recipes?
Why Try Chocolate Bites Superfood?
- Mood elevating properties
- Helpful for arteriosclerosis
- Natural aphrodisiac
- Improving the cellular functioning of those cells lining blood vessels
- Super powerful antioxidant
- Boosting blood flow to the brain, heart, & other organs
- Supporting a healthy heart
- Anti-inflammation
- Lowering the oxidative stress of strenuous activities – thus helping athletes to recover
- Improving digestion
- Stimulating kidney & bowel function
- Can be used to combat skin problems including eczema, psoriasis & burns
- Supports a healthy cardiovascular system
- Strong stress reliever
- Increasing insulin sensitivity in healthy persons
- Lowers blood glucose levels
- Lowers the risk of hardening of the arteries
- Reduces free radicals throughout the body
- Endothelial function improved in overweight adults
- Reducing blood pressure
- Promoting an overall feeling of euphoria & well being
- Helping to Maintain youthful, beautiful skin, hair, & nails
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